2019 BMW 430I, 440I recall: Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V533000
- Reported
- August 15, 2018
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
- Vehicles affected
- About 3
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe and 430i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been incorrectly manufactured, potentially affecting the air bag deployment performance in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.
The fix
All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW 430I (2019); BMW 440I (2019). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.
What is the fix?
All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.